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Tea caddy

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Tea caddy by artist: Round, brown lacquerware container with a rounded lid, featuring a gold geometric pattern covering most of its surface. A black design resembling a tree branch or winding road spans across the top. The object appears to be made of wood or similar material and has a glossy finish.

Artwork details

Date:
late 18th century
Medium:
Lacquer
Culture:
Japan
Dimensions:
600 × 570 px
Museum record:
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